Eric Low
About Eric Low
Eric Low is a Financial Accountant with extensive experience in financial management and analysis across various companies in Malaysia and Australia. He currently works at Epiq in Melbourne and has held positions at Chan Heng Guan Trading, ABI Interiors, General Mills, and Caring Pharmacy.
Current Role at Epiq
Eric Low serves as a Financial Accountant at Epiq, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees financial operations for both the Australia and New Zealand branches. He ensures compliance with local regulations and manages the integrity of the general ledger, including maintaining the chart of accounts. His responsibilities also include preparing end-of-month workpapers and uploading them to SAP and Blackline, which contributes to timely and accurate financial reporting.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Epiq, Eric Low held several positions in the finance sector. He worked as a Finance Manager at ABI Interiors from 2019 to 2021 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Prior to that, he was an Assistant Financial Accountant at Chan Heng Guan Trading Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 2016 to 2017. He also served as an Accounting Analyst at General Mills for one year in 2013 to 2014, where he conducted financial analysis and research to provide strategic advice to senior management.
Educational Background
Eric Low has a solid educational foundation in finance and accounting. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance from the University of Greenwich, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in International Business from Griffith University between 2014 and 2015. Additionally, he studied Australia's Tax Law and completed the Tax Agent Program at Open Colleges from 2017 to 2018. He also holds a Diploma of Accounting from SEGi College Kuala Lumpur, which he completed from 2010 to 2011.
Skills and Responsibilities
In his current and previous roles, Eric Low has developed a range of skills essential for financial management. He oversees financial operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations in Australia and New Zealand. His responsibilities include maintaining and reconciling fixed assets and audit schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance. He also manages the integrity of the general ledger, which is critical for effective financial reporting and operational efficiency.